Dinner with Friends: Our Recipe Ideas

All recipes and menus for a successful meal with friends

Are you hosting friends and want to show off your cooking skills?! This section will help you rise to the challenge!

The recipes featured here stand out for their flavor, originality, or visual appeal. If you’re unsure of your cooking skills, take a look at the prep time and difficulty level so you can plan ahead.

For example, avoid serving several consecutive dishes that require individual plating.

Enjoy reading and bon appétit!

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Herb-flavored cottage cheese flan

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Cream of Potato Soup with Salmon

To make this creamy potato soup with salmon, I drew inspiration from the excellent book . As the title suggests, it’s a collection of recipes designed to show that you can create delicious and ...

Detox

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Here’s my go-to recipe for a summer terrine with tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. It’s a fresh and flavorful dish, and its unique presentation is sure to impress your guests. This recipe is easy to ...

Languedoc

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Stuffed round zucchini

Here is my recipe for stuffed round zucchini, which is sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. ...

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Steamed fish with fennel and creamed vegetables

I was inspired to make this dish—steamed fish with fennel and creamy vegetables—by a recipe I found in the book . It’s a beautifully illustrated book, brimming with original recipes as well as ...

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Pear and Dark Chocolate Cake

I drew inspiration for this recipe for a pear and dark chocolate cake from a recipe in the famous book . The pears, poached with a touch of rum, are perfectly tender, and their flavor blends ...

Provence

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My Homemade Tapenade: Quick and Easy

Tapenade, this delicious dish of Provençal origin, is a classic of Mediterranean cuisine. Made from olives, garlic, capers, olive oil, and aromatic herbs, tapenade is a savory blend of flavors that ...

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Broccoli Mousse with Bell Pepper Cream

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Carrot Cake

Here is my recipe for carrot cake, also known as "carrot cake" in English-speaking countries. It’s a very simple cake that’s served dusted with powdered sugar or topped with cream ...